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    What Is Fibromyalgia? Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment

    January 26, 2017

    Fibromyalgia is a condition that causes widespread pain, along with mood and sleep problems. Learn more about the condition and treatment options. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by UPMC Center for Integrative Medicine

    Categorized as: Family Health

    Tagged with: fibromyalgia, fibromyalgia pain, muscle pain, pain, trigger points, widespread pain

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    Trigeminal Neuralgia: What You Should Know

    January 20, 2017

    Trigeminal neuralgia is a type of nerve pain that affects your face. Learn more about causes, symptoms, and treatment from UPMC. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by Neurosurgery

    Categorized as: Neurosurgery and Brain Health

    Tagged with: facial pain, MRI, nerve conditions, Neurology, pain, trigeminal neuralgia

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    Ouch! Why Does My Arm Hurt After a Shot?

    December 16, 2016

    Some soreness is normal after receiving a vaccination. Learn why you're experiencing pain after a shot and when you should seek medical care. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by UPMC

    Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness

    Tagged with: arm pain, injection site, pain, soreness, tetanus, treating pain at home, vaccinations

    Why do shots hurt
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    Shoulder Pain From Running: How to Cope

    August 5, 2016

    Tightness and pain occur in the neck, shoulders, and arms of many runners. Learn what causes this upper body pain and how you can prevent it. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by Sports Medicine

    Categorized as: Fitness, Sports Medicine

    Tagged with: pain, running, shoulder pain from running, sports medicine, upper body pain

    Learn more about how upper body pain impacts runners
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    Understanding Indigestion: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment

    March 1, 2016

    Indigestion can have multiple causes, from your lifestyle to chronic conditions. Learn more about indigestion and discover treatment options. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by Digestive Disorders

    Categorized as: Living and Wellness

    Tagged with: bloating, home remedies, indigestion, irritable bowel syndrome, pain

    indigestion relief with anti-acid tablets
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    Elbow Injuries: Don’t Ignore Your Elbow’s Warning Signs

    February 18, 2016

    Elbow injuries are among the most common and most serious injuries baseball players suffer. Discover the symptoms and treatment options for elbow injuries. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by Sports Medicine

    Categorized as: Fitness, Sports Medicine

    Tagged with: baseball, elbow injuries, fatigue, pain, player's fatigue, serious injuries, surgery, Tommy John

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    Using Ice After Exercise

    February 17, 2016

    For years, athletes have turned to ice baths following their training sessions. Learn about the effects ice after exercise has on your body. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by Sports Medicine

    Categorized as: Fitness, Sports Medicine

    Tagged with: ice after exercise, icing after injury, injuries, pain, sports medicine

    icing ankle
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    Hemorrhoids 101: What You Need to Know

    January 19, 2016

    Hemorrhoids are small clusters of veins located in the lowest area of the rectum and anus. Learn about their causes and find treatment options. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by Digestive Disorders

    Categorized as: Family Health

    Tagged with: constipation, hemorrhoids, pain

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    Hand Therapy After Carpal Tunnel Surgery

    October 28, 2015

    Carpal tunnel syndrome may require surgery if severe. Learn about the benefits of receiving hand therapy following carpal tunnel surgery. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by UPMC Rehabilitation Institute

    Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Rehabilitation

    Tagged with: carpal tunnel syndrome, hand therapy, numbness, occupational therapy, pain, physical therapy, wrist pain

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